Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Psychiatric Unit
Location: Syracuse, NY 13210
Job Type: Contract | On-Site
Pay Rate: $30 – $38 per hour (Based on Experience)
Shift: Day Shift | 12-hour shifts
Schedule: 36 hours per week (3 shifts/week)
Weekends: Every other weekend required
Holidays: Some holidays required
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct patient care in a Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Unit. The LPN will support the nursing and clinical team by assisting with patient care, monitoring patient conditions, and maintaining accurate documentation.
This role involves working with patients ages 5–17 in a behavioral health setting and requires strong communication, observation, and patient care skills. The LPN will collaborate with healthcare providers, patients, and families to ensure safe and effective care in an acute psychiatric environment.
Patient Care
Provide direct patient care to children and adolescents in a psychiatric unit
Monitor and record vital signs and patient progress
Observe patient responses to treatments and report findings to the nursing team
Assist physicians and registered nurses with patient care procedures and examinations
Clinical Support
Assist with clinical tasks such as IV insertion, phlebotomy, and EKG application when required
Prepare exam rooms, equipment, and supplies for procedures
Maintain cleanliness and readiness of clinical areas
Patient Coordination
Greet patients and escort them to exam rooms
Assist with scheduling appointments and preparing patient charts
Coordinate authorizations for services such as MRIs, CT scans, physical therapy, and procedures
Communicate with primary care providers regarding patient referrals
Documentation & Unit Support
Document patient care using Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
Perform nursing care activities under the direction of supervising nurses
Support daily unit operations and nursing team activities
Education & Licensure
Current New York State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License
CPR Certification required
Experience
Minimum 1 year of LPN experience
Psychiatric care experience required
Experience working with children and adolescents (ages 5–17)
Inpatient hospital experience preferred
Clinical Skills
Phlebotomy experience preferred
IV insertion experience preferred
EKG application experience preferred
Experience with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) preferred
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to collaborate with patients, families, and healthcare teams
Strong observation and reporting skills
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced psychiatric care environment
For more details contact at pmohanty@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-806-4227.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.